2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 875 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Caterham | Audi |
| Model | 7 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3002 mm |
