2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2007 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 6310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 4150 mm |
