2003 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1710 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | X5 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
