2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escalade | Diamante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |