2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac BLS 2012 Porsche Cayenne
Make Cadillac Porsche
Model BLS Cayenne
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2967 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 245 HP
Torque 350 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 16.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 245 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 2080 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1939 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1705 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2896 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 100 L


 

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