2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 316 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 624 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Le Mans | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 284 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
