2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 57 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Maxima | BLS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
