2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2003 Caterham 7 and 2003 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 950 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, 2003 Peugeot 607, 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, 2003 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2003 Peugeot 607 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 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2003 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
Model | 7 | 607 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |