2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac Le Mans and 2002 Volkswagen Golf 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 487 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Le Mans | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2512 mm |
