2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1860 mm |
