2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
