2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 1412 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2946 mm |
