2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1674 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 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | BLS | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6801 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 3240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 167 L |