2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 880 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 Toyota Venture, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Venture |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |