2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | BLS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
