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 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 125 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 1998 cc | 3299 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |