2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
