2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | BLS | XF |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4196 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 69 L |