2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2000 Caterham 7 and 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 950 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
Model | 7 | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |