2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2982 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 | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
