2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1411 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | 7 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
