2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 7 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 1124 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
