2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 Escalade (565 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |