2009 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar X-Type and 2009 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (143 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jaguar X-Type | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | X-Type | BLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |