2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa 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 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | BLS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
