2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Verada
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 Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 Verada. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
