2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
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 Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | BLS | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |