2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | BLS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 114 L |
