2023 Cadillac
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2023 Ford
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| MPG - City | 18 - 22 MPG | 18 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 23 - 29 MPG | 22 - 28 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.0 ft3 | 87.8 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 235 - 310 hp | 300 - 400 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,000 lbs | 5,000 - 5,600 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 189.6 in | 198.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.9 in | 78.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.0 in |
Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.9 - 39.7 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in |
Front 40.7 in
Rear 40.5 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Cadillac XT5, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Ford Explorer will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Cadillac XT5.
Convenience
The Cadillac XT5 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Ford Explorer, 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 XT5 is somewhat more expensive than the Ford Explorer.
Dimensions
Since the Cadillac XT5 is much slimmer than the Ford Explorer, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
The Cadillac XT5 is slightly shorter than the Ford Explorer, which may make it easier to park.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the Cadillac XT5 for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac XT5 has a lot less horsepower than the Ford Explorer.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac XT5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Ford Explorer.
Utility
The Cadillac XT5 has less seating than the Ford Explorer, making the Ford Explorer the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The Cadillac XT5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Ford Explorer.