2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | BLS | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
