2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | BLS | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |