2002 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal. 2002 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Regal | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | BLS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
