2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
| Model | 7 | YRV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
