2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass.
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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | BLS | Compass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
