2010 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Genesis and 2010 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (368 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 254 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 2010 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis. 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Genesis | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | Genesis | BLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4976 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
