2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 2007 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | A | BLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
