2024 Cadillac
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 11 - 14 MPG | 18 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 16 - 19 MPG | 24 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 142.8 ft3 | 96.8 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 | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 7,000 - 7,500 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 227.0 in | 200.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 81.1 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac Escalade ESV than in the Volkswagen Atlas.
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 Volkswagen Atlas.
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 Volkswagen Atlas, 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 Volkswagen Atlas, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Cadillac Escalade ESV is much wider than the Volkswagen Atlas, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
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 Volkswagen Atlas.
Handling
The Cadillac Escalade ESV has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Cadillac Escalade ESV is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Atlas for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac Escalade ESV greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Atlas.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac Escalade ESV does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Utility
The Cadillac Escalade ESV offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Cadillac Escalade ESV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen Atlas.