2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
