2002 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Caterham 7 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 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, 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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | A4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
