2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (507 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.

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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Cadillac Mercedes-Benz
Model Le Mans CLS
Year Released 2002 2007
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 6206 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 600 HP 507 HP
Torque 400 Nm 631 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 102.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 94.6 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1030 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2860 mm


 

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