2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 350 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Because 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Le Mans | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
