2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 411 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
| Model | Mountaineer | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 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 |
