2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 1070 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, 2001 Rover 75, 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2001 Rover 75 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. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Caterham | Rover |
| Model | 7 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
