2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | BLS | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
