2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | BLS | Q5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |