2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Marauder. (303 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 247 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | CTS | Marauder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |