2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
