| Specification | Ram Dakota | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Ram | Cadillac |
| Model | Dakota | Escalade |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | Mid-Size Pickup Truck | SUV |
| Specification | Ram Dakota | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | $34,500 – $35,000 | $123,295 |
| MSRP | $35,000 | $123,295 |
| Dealer Price | $33,500 | $121,000 |
| Specification | Ram Dakota | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Turbocharged 4-Cylinder | 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT |
| Horsepower | 270 hp | 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.2 sec (0-60 mph) | 5.9 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 110 mph | 118 mph |
| Specification | Ram Dakota | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium Unleaded Gasoline |
| Mileage / MPG | 21 MPG combined | 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy) |
| Range (EV) | N/A | N/A |
| Emissions | N/A | Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) |
| Battery | N/A | 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery |
| Charging | N/A | N/A |
| Specification | Ram Dakota | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 4.5/10 | 4.9/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 1520 |
| Performance Score | 8.4 | 9.3 |
| Comfort Score | 8.8 | 9.9 |
| Safety Score | 8.6 | Top Safety Pick+ |
| Fuel Economy Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| Technology Score | 9.0 | 9.9 |
| Value Score | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| Specification | Ram Dakota | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | Modern interior with cutting-edge tech; Capable towing and hauling numbers; Rugged exterior design; Comfortable ride qua... | Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride... |
| Cons | Base trims might lack advanced options; Fuel economy on par with class but not groundbreaking | 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req... |