2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 965 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, 2003 Seat Altea, 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Caterham | Seat |
Model | 7 | Altea |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |