2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
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 Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 737 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escalade | Montero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |