2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. Both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Cadillac BLS are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Spider | BLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |