2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 915 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza | |
| Make | Caterham | Subaru |
| Model | 7 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2645 mm |
