2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1895 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Caterham | GMC |
| Model | 21 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
