2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Honda Legend

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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 285 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 2007 Honda Legend 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 Legend 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Legend. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Legend. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac BLS 2007 Honda Legend
Make Cadillac Honda
Model BLS Legend
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.8 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 73 L


 

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