2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | BLS | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |