2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 594 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | BLS | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |
