2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1221 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.

Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac BLS 2006 Ford Mustang
Make Cadillac Ford
Model BLS Mustang
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 4604 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 61 L


 

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