2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Caterham | Xedos |
| Model | 21 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
