2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | BLS | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |