2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2000 Caterham 7 and 2000 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3130 mm |
