2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV vs. 2024 Ford Expedition Review

Picture of the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV

2024 Cadillac
Escalade ESV

MSRP*: $84,895 to $155,295
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2024 Ford
Expedition

MSRP*: $54,555 to $83,695
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG 16 - 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG 19 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 142.8 ft3 104.6 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 380-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 420 - 682 hp 380 - 440 hp
Towing Capacity 7,000 - 7,500 lbs 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 227.0 in 210.0 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.5 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 40.0 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Cadillac Escalade ESV than the Ford Expedition. The Cadillac Escalade ESV offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Ford Expedition, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Cadillac Escalade ESV as you will with the Ford Expedition, 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 ESV will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Ford Expedition, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Cadillac Escalade ESV is a little wider than the Ford Expedition, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. If you go with the Cadillac Escalade ESV, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Ford Expedition.

Handling
The Cadillac Escalade ESV has a larger turning radius than the Ford Expedition, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Cadillac Escalade ESV, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Ford Expedition. The Cadillac Escalade ESV has a little more horsepower than the Ford Expedition.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Cadillac Escalade ESV doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Ford Expedition.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Cadillac Escalade ESV and the Ford Expedition. With the Cadillac Escalade ESV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Ford Expedition.