2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TS weights approximately 535 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 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Caterham | Marcos |
Model | 21 | TS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |