2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 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 123 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
