2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | 7 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 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 | 460 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2673 mm |
