2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | BLS | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
