2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 194 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | BLS | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
