2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1945 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
