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 |