2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1308 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 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | CC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2708 mm |
