2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 455 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | C21 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3650 mm |
