2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | BLS | Impian |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
