2024 Cadillac
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2025 Hyundai
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| MPG - City | 11 - 14 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 16 - 19 MPG | 26 - 29 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 121.0 ft3 | 79.6 ft3 |
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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 | 277 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 7,000 - 7,700 lbs | 3,500 - 4,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 211.9 in | 190.2 in |
| Exterior Width | 81.1 in | 74.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in |
Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in |
Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Cadillac Escalade than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Cadillac Escalade as you will with the Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Cadillac Escalade is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Handling
The Cadillac Escalade has a larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac Escalade greatly out-muscles the Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Utility
The Cadillac Escalade offers greater seating capacity than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Cadillac Escalade, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai Santa Fe.