2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
