2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | BLS | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |