2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 945 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 Express (400 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
