2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | BLS | Orlando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |