2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | BLS | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |