2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Chevrolet HHR 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 (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | BLS | HHR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |