1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 909 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
Model | C21 | Touran |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |