2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | BLS | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 616 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |