Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 vs Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 6.2 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Power winner Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 420 hp Runner-up: 293 hp
Cargo winner Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 1,303 L Runner-up: 487 L
Price winner Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 $42,995 Runner-up: $84,290

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 against the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.2 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6. 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has the higher listed output at 420 hp; 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 is rated at 293 hp, a difference of 127 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 at 624 Nm and 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 at 353 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 has the lower recorded consumption at 11.8 L/100km; 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 is listed at 14.7 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 1,303 litres versus 487 litres, a difference of 816 litres. 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 carries the higher towing rating at 3,674 kg, while 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 is listed at 2,812 kg. 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 is 655 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 has the lower listed starting price at $42,995, compared with $84,290 for 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8. 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V62025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V82025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s6.2 s
Top Speed195 km/h185 km/h
Power293 hp420 hp
Torque353 Nm624 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank93 L91 L
Efficiency11.8 L/100km14.7 L/100km
CO2 Emissions269 g/km336 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,111 mm5,766 mm
Ground Clearance203 mm203 mm
Cargo487 L1,303 L
Curb Weight2,240 kg2,730 kg
Towing2,812 kg3,674 kg
Seats78
Turning Circle12.2 m12.8 m
Starting MSRP$42,995$84,290

Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 vs Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.2 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8?

2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 has the higher listed top speed at 195 km/h (121 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has more power at 420 hp, a 127 hp advantage over 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has more listed cargo space at 1,303 litres (46.0 cu ft), versus 487 litres (17.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,674 kg (8,100 lb), compared with 2,812 kg (6,199 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 is heavier at 2,730 kg (6,019 lb), while 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 is listed at 2,240 kg (4,938 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8?

2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,995 USD, compared with $84,290 USD for 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Dodge Durango GT 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.