2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Le Mans 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 421 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Le Mans | CTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
