2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 415 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | BLS | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |