Ford Escape vs Porsche Cayenne
Overview | |
MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$84,700 |
Listings253 | Listings545 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryVerdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway23 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight4678 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height66.9 in |
Length180.1 in | Length194.1 in |
Width85.6 in | Width86.4 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase114.0 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1572 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7716 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,000 | $84,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | Verdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 23 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 23 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 4678 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 66.9 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 194.1 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 86.4 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 114.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1572 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 7716 lbs |

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