2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2010 Subaru Forester 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. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Caterham | Subaru |
Model | 21 | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |