2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1177 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 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
Model | 7 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |