2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | BLS | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |