2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima.
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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
