2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Caterham | Land Rover |
| Model | C21 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
