2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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. Both 2000 Caterham 21 and 2007 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,794 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 836 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 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |