2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2002 Chevrolet SSR

To start off, both 2002 Cadillac Le Mans and 2002 Chevrolet SSR were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 304 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 359 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.

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 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Le Mans 2002 Chevrolet SSR
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Le Mans SSR
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 5316 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 600 HP 296 HP
Torque 400 Nm 449 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 2154 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1030 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2950 mm


 

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