2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Viper. (493 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper. 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper 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 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Le Mans | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
