2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1355 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 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Caterham | MG |
Model | 7 | ZT-T |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |