2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander, 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Caterham | Land Rover |
| Model | 7 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 181 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 Length | 3110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
