2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2965 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
