2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 144 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | BLS | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |