2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 9 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 217 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Mountaineer | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |