1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Mountaineer | BLS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |