2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 209 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Mountaineer | STS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 368 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |