2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
