2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1435 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1998 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
