2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ginetta |
| Model | 21 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
