2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 800 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | BLS | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
