2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1490 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.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Caterham | Hyundai |
| Model | 7 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3090 mm |
