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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 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 250 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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1750 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 | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |