2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 147 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
