2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2410 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3400 mm |
