2004 Acura EL vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura EL 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 128 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 453 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | EL | BLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
