2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1862 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 21 | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
