2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
