2007 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Renault | Cadillac |
Model | Vel Satis | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |