2007 Opel Antara vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Antara would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 279 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Antara | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Antara | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |