2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2003 Caterham 7 and 2003 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1840 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 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3310 mm |
