2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Scion xD
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 Scion xD 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 (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion xD.
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 (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xD. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Scion xD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | BLS | xD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
