2019 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2019 Acura MDX
When we compare the 2019 Cadillac XT5's and the 2019 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Cadillac XT5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and base engine power. The 2019 Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Cadillac XT5's and the 2019 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Acura MDX is a better car than the 2019 Cadillac XT5.
2019 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2019 Acura MDX Pricing
A used 2019 Cadillac XT5 ranges from $23,298 to $36,435 while a used 2019 Acura MDX is priced between $25,896 to $38,992.
2019 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2019 Acura MDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Cadillac XT5 loses 48.4 percent of its value and the 2019 Acura MDX loses 53.7 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Cadillac XT5 retains 5.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Acura MDX.
2019 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2019 Acura MDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac XT5 is 7.7 out of 10 while the Acura MDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac XT5 being ranked 22 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Acura MDX being ranked 1 out of 68.
2019 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2019 Acura MDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac XT5 is 5.5 out of 10. For the Acura MDX the reliability rating is 9.4 out of 10. This gives the Acura MDX a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac XT5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Cadillac XT5’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the 2019 Acura MDX base engine makes 290 horsepower. The XT5 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. This gives the 2019 Acura MDX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Cadillac XT5. The XT5 uses regular unleaded, and the MDX uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Acura MDX, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2019 Cadillac XT5, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Acura MDX has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Cadillac XT5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.95 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23298 - 36435
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483871
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
25896 - 38992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
Cadillac XT5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.733333 / 10
Reliability:
5.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.9 / 10
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac XT5 Rankings
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54 out of / 61Acura MDX Rankings
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46 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
2019 Cadillac XT5 Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Platinum, Premium Luxury
2019 Acura MDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Advance w/RES, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/Tech w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Tech w/RES, w/Advance, w/Advance w/RES, w/Tech, w/Tech w/RES
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.95 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
271 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
369 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
30 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
147.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3985 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
189.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4032 lbs
Width:
77.7 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
196.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18