2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac BLS 2009 Porsche Cayenne
Make Cadillac Porsche
Model BLS Cayenne
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 3597 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 12.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 227 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 100 L


 

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