2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 924 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 2000 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | C21 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2911 mm |
