2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
