2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 556 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
