2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | BLS | Captiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |