2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | C21 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
