2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. 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 S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | S | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
