2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. Both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2007 Peugeot 307 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | BLS | 307 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |