2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
