2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 207 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
| Model | Mountaineer | STS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
