2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | BLS | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
