2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 612 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |