2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3001 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
