2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 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 439 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Le Mans | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
