2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (335 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Le Mans | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
