2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 413 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | BLS | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
