2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | V70 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 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 | 1482 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
