2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 478 kg more than 2007 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Traverse | BLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
