2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 307 | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Peugeot | Cadillac |
Model | 307 | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |