2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1996 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Dodge Avenger. 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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1996 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | BLS | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
