1996 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 1996 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Caterham 7 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 132 L |