2012 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 122 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion. 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Fusion | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Fusion | BLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
