2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1441 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Caterham | Hyundai |
| Model | 7 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
