2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Golf | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
