2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 21 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
