2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3270 mm |