2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
