2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3050 mm |
