2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | CTS | Monterey |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |