2000 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S4 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Audi S4. (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S4. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S4 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
