2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 340 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Le Mans | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
