2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | BLS | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3778 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
