2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | BLS | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
