2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |