2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1475 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 F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2013 Ford F-150 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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | C21 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3200 mm |
