2007 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2007 Acura MDX 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. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | BLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
