2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 805 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, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
