2004 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 257 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | BLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |