2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (5 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | SLK | BLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 5 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
