2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1380 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, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2002 Nissan Quest 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. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
