2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1260 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Caterham | Mazda |
Model | 7 | MPV |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |