2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 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. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | BLS | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |