2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 855 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 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
