2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1808 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Caterham | Dodge |
Model | 7 | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |