2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Tata |
Model | BLS | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |