2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 56 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 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | BLS | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |