2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1035 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 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-150 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | F-150 | BLS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 58 L |