2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1360 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 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Caterham | Porsche |
Model | 7 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2918 mm |