2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Mountaineer | BLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 179 HP |
Torque | 382 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |