2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 764 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 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5327 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
