2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1418 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, 2010 Nissan Murano, 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2824 mm |
