2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 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 2,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Toyota F-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Toyota F-1. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota F-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | F-1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
