2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 764 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 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
