2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 6 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2316 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 21 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
