2006 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 375 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 15 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
