2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 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 2,792 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
Model | Lancer | BLS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2792 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |