2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, both 2003 Caterham 7 and 2003 Daihatsu YRV were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV 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 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
Model | 7 | YRV |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |