2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Caterham | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |