2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.

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2009 Cadillac BLS 2005 Subaru Impreza
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model BLS Impreza
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 5.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 60 L