2007 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Mondeo | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |