2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2486 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
