2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc, 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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, 2009 BMW 325 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | BLS | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |