2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 150 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 (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | BLS | Villager |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |