2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2000 Daewoo Arcadia
To start off, both 2000 Caterham 7 and 2000 Daewoo Arcadia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Arcadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Arcadia. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Arcadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Arcadia weights approximately 1130 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 Daewoo Arcadia, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2000 Daewoo Arcadia | |
| Make | Caterham | Daewoo |
| Model | 7 | Arcadia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4960 mm |
