2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
