2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 870 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3110 mm |
