2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 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 421 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Le Mans | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |
