2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | C21 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
