2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. (444 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 40 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 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:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB9 | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
