2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 468 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.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | BLS | Flex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
