2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 1230 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.
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, 2006 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2006 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Caterham | Lexus |
| Model | 21 | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |
