2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS

To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Because 2009 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW X3 2009 Cadillac BLS
Make BMW Cadillac
Model X3 BLS
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2792 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 240 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 58 L