2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 960 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 Seat Exeo, 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Caterham | Seat |
| Model | 7 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2642 mm |
