2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
