2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1921 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Caterham | Land Rover |
| Model | 21 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 86 L |
