2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1530 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 21 | X5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |