2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
Model | Sonata | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |