2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Caterham | Tata |
| Model | 7 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
