2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 9 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage 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 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Le Mans | Virage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
