2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 732 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
