2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1297 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
