2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1205 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 Sharan, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
