2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dakota | BLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
