2024 Ford Escape vs. 2024 GMC Terrain Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Escape

2024 Ford
Escape

MSRP*: $28,000 to $39,610
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Picture of the 2024 GMC Terrain

2024 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $28,700 to $38,600
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MPG - City 26 - 42 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 63.3 ft3
Engine
  • 163-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 180 - 192 hp 175 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 180.5 - 181.2 in 182.3 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.5 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the GMC Terrain. The Ford Escape offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the GMC Terrain, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
The Ford Escape requires fewer stops at the gas station than the GMC Terrain, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Whether you pick the Ford Escape or the GMC Terrain, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape is much wider than the GMC Terrain, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Ford Escape takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the GMC Terrain.

Handling
The Ford Escape has the same turning radius as the GMC Terrain, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Escape and the GMC Terrain.

Powertrain
The Ford Escape has much lower torque than the GMC Terrain, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the GMC Terrain. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Ford Escape as you will in the GMC Terrain.