2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 147 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | BLS | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
