2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |