2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 1465 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2003 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2003 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Caterham | GMC |
Model | 7 | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |