2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 518 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 | 1999 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Le Mans | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
