2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 620 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 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
Model | Grand Cherokee | BLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 427 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |