1998 Caterham C21 vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Will weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will 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, 2002 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1998 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1998 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Caterham C21 | 2002 Toyota Will | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | C21 | Will |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |