2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac BLS and 2009 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 299 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | BLS | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |