2024 Cadillac
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 11 - 14 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 16 - 19 MPG | 26 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 121.0 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 420 - 682 hp | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 7,000 - 7,700 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 211.9 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 81.1 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Cadillac Escalade offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sportage, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Cadillac Escalade will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage.
Convenience
The Cadillac Escalade requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia Sportage, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Cadillac Escalade will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sportage, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Cadillac Escalade is much wider than the Kia Sportage, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Cadillac Escalade, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Sportage.
Handling
The Cadillac Escalade has a larger turning radius than the Kia Sportage, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Cadillac Escalade is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac Escalade greatly out-muscles the Kia Sportage.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac Escalade does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage.
Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Cadillac Escalade more than the Kia Sportage, due to its significantly greater seating capacity.
With the Cadillac Escalade, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Sportage.