2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (191 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | BLS | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
