1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Monterey |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 406 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |