2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
