2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac Le Mans and 2002 Volvo V70 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 403 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 103 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (280 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Le Mans | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
