2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4294 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
