2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva. 2007 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | BLS | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
