2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Chrysler Sebring 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 350 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 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | BLS | Sebring |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2360 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |