2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 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), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1635 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 21 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2895 mm |
