2009 Lancia Musa vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lancia Musa would be higher. Both 2009 Lancia Musa and 2010 Cadillac BLS are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Lancia Musa. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lancia Musa | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
Model | Musa | BLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |