2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | BLS | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5645 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |