2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | BLS | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
