2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 110 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 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | BLS | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |