2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 180 L |
