2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | BLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
