2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | BLS | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
