2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 890 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2010 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Caterham | Mazda |
Model | 7 | Premacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |