2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 11 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 304 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Le Mans | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
