2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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 Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | BLS | Grand Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2776 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |