2010 Hyundai Getz vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Getz 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 448 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Hyundai Getz | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
Model | Getz | BLS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |