2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | DTS | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |