2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier

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 Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.

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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac BLS 2007 Nissan Frontier
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model BLS Frontier
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 3952 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 80 L


 

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