2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 915 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |