2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
