2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
| Model | 7 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
