2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (411 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 825 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 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 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Le Mans | F-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 411 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |