2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 638 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
Model | 7 | SSR |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |