2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2002 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, both 2002 Cadillac Le Mans and 2002 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 451 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 343 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Le Mans 2002 Chrysler Sebring
Make Cadillac Chrysler
Model Le Mans Sebring
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 2343 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 600 HP 149 HP
Torque 400 Nm 226 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 101 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1030 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2880 mm


 

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