2010 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 215 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.
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, 2010 Ford E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford E-250 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | E-250 | BLS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |