2009 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S4 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S4 | BLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |