2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 789 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 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4759 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 135 L |
