2010 Dodge Avenger vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Avenger | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Avenger | BLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1496 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
