2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 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 344 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Because 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Le Mans | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
