2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1794 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 190 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.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | BLS | Sharan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |