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


 

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