2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
Model | QX56 | BLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |