2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | BLS | Vito |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |