2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1205 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2008 Jaguar XJ 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. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3040 mm |
