2024 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Review

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2024 Cadillac
Escalade

MSRP*: $81,895 to $152,295
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2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander

MSRP*: $28,395 to $40,845
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG 30 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 121.0 ft3 64.3 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 181-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 420 - 682 hp 181 hp
Towing Capacity 7,000 - 7,700 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 211.9 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 74.7 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.9 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 38.8 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.4 - 39.1 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac Escalade than in the Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Cadillac Escalade as you will with the Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 Mitsubishi Outlander, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac Escalade is much wider than the Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Handling
The Cadillac Escalade has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Outlander, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Cadillac Escalade is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Outlander for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac Escalade greatly out-muscles the Mitsubishi Outlander.

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 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Utility
The Cadillac Escalade offers greater seating capacity than the Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 Mitsubishi Outlander.