2012 Renault Duster vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Duster | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Duster | BLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
