2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Outback | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
Model | Outback | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |