2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 207 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 481 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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 (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 2007 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Peugeot | Cadillac |
| Model | 207 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
