2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 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.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | BLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2792 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 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 | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |