2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2001 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 18 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.
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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2001 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | BLS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2736 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
