2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |