2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
| Model | Mariner | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 314 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
