2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Avalanche | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
