2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1456 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 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 Nissan Quest, 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 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3160 mm |
