2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 1240 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, 2001 Renault Avantime, 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | 7 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
