2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | BLS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
