2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 867 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | 21 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
