2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 89 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | BLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |
