2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Caterham | Subaru |
Model | 7 | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2615 mm |