2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1252 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
Model | C21 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |