2005 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Monterey | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 314 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |