2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5299 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
