2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 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 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | BLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |