2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1203 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, 2007 Citroen C8, 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2007 Citroen C8 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. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 21 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
