2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 255 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 203 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Le Mans | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
