2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | BLS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
