2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 835 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |
