2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | BLS | Strada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |