2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 436 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | SRX | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
