2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500 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 (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |
