Cadillac Escalade vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2023 catalog dimensions. Cadillac Escalade · Ford Explorer
- Length211.9 in
- Height76.7 in
- Wheelbase120.9 in
- Curb weight5,635 lb – 6,217 lb
- Width81.1 in
- Ford Explorer width78.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 13.1 in shorter (211.9 in vs 198.8 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 2.2 in narrower (81.1 in vs 78.9 in)
- Height: Cadillac Escalade is 6.5 in taller (76.7 in vs 70.2 in)
- Wheelbase: Cadillac Escalade has a 1.8 in longer wheelbase (120.9 in vs 119.1 in)
- Curb weight: Cadillac Escalade is 1,216 lb heavier (5,926 lb vs 4,711 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Cadillac Escalade is 1,216 lb heavier (5,926 lb vs 4,711 lb)
- Height: Cadillac Escalade is 6.5 in taller (76.7 in vs 70.2 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 13.1 in shorter (211.9 in vs 198.8 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 2.2 in narrower (81.1 in vs 78.9 in)
- Wheelbase: Cadillac Escalade has a 1.8 in longer wheelbase (120.9 in vs 119.1 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 13.1 in Check garage fit for Cadillac Escalade · garage fit for Ford Explorer
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 2.2 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Cadillac Escalade | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 211.9 in | 198.8 in | 13.1 in |
| Width | 81.1 in | 78.9 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 76.7 in | 70.2 in | 6.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 119.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.2 in | — |
| Curb weight | 5,926 lb | 4,711 lb | 1,216 lb |
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