2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | BLS | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |