2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3940 mm |
