1994 Caterham Seven vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Caterham Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Caterham Seven would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 864 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Caterham Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Caterham Seven | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Caterham | Land Rover |
| Model | Seven | Defender |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
