2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1394 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3246 mm |
