2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Renault Symbol

To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc, 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. 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 (350 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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