2024 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2023 Porsche Macan Review

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2024 Cadillac
Escalade

MSRP*: $81,895 to $152,295
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2023 Porsche
Macan

MSRP*: $57,500 to $82,900
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG 17 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG 22 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 121.0 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 434-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 420 - 682 hp 261 - 434 hp
Towing Capacity 7,000 - 7,700 lbs 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 211.9 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 76.1 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in
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Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
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*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.

Comparison Review

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Cadillac Escalade as you will with the Porsche Macan, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Porsche Macan, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac Escalade is much wider than the Porsche Macan, 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 Porsche Macan.

Handling
The Cadillac Escalade has the same turning radius as the Porsche Macan, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Cadillac Escalade is clearly the choice over the Porsche Macan for pulling heavy loads. The Cadillac Escalade has a little more horsepower than the Porsche Macan.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Cadillac Escalade transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Porsche Macan.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Cadillac Escalade more than the Porsche Macan, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Cadillac Escalade, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Porsche Macan.