2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra 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. Both 2000 Caterham 7 and 2011 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,795 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 818 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, 2011 Opel Astra, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 7 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 208 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 | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
