2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 200 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | E | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
