2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,792 cc, 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 770 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 656 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |