2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2000 Caterham C21 and 2000 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2000 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2000 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | C21 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
