2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2039 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 21 | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
