2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV vs. 2025 Nissan Armada Review

Picture of the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV

2024 Cadillac
Escalade ESV

MSRP*: $84,895 to $155,295
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Armada

2025 Nissan
Armada

MSRP*: $56,520 to $79,990
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 142.8 ft3 97.1 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 425-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 425 hp
Towing Capacity 7,000 - 7,500 lbs 8,500 lbs
Exterior Length 227.0 in 209.7 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 83.3 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 43.8 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 39.1 - 40.8 in
Rear 37.8 - 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac Escalade ESV than in the Nissan Armada. The Cadillac Escalade ESV will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Armada.

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 Nissan Armada, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac Escalade ESV is much slimmer than the Nissan Armada, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. 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 Nissan Armada.

Performance
With the Nissan Armada, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Cadillac Escalade ESV. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Cadillac Escalade ESV and the Nissan Armada.

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

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 Nissan Armada. With the Cadillac Escalade ESV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Nissan Armada.