2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1319 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
