2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 9 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 4330 mm |
