2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A5, 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Caterham | Audi |
| Model | 21 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
