2008 Renault Modus 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 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Modus | BLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
