1994 Caterham Seven vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Caterham Seven. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Caterham Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1994 Caterham Seven has manual transmission. 1994 Caterham Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Caterham Seven | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | Seven | Charger |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3518 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3050 mm |
