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 2,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 45 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2697 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
