2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Le Mans | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2918 mm |
