2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1419 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2008 Chrysler 300 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. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | 21 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |
