2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1395 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
