2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 316 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | C21 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |