2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 26 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Le Mans | SL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
