2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2000 Caterham 7 and 2000 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3030 mm |
