2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 13 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 2180 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | C21 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1511 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3505 mm |
