2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 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:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | BLS | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |