2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 790 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.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | BLS | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5407 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3490 mm |
