2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 124 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 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | BLS | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5663 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |