2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 262 kg more than 2001 Opel Frogster. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | BLS | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
