2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Ford Flex were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | BLS | Flex |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |