2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 702 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. 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 ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Mountaineer | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 397 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 565 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |