2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic 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 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | BLS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
