2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
