2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 240 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | BLS | Seville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4572 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
