2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna 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 204 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
