2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2003 Caterham 7 and 2003 Renault Scenic II were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 825 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 Renault Scenic II, 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 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2003 Renault Scenic II | |
Make | Caterham | Renault |
Model | 7 | Scenic II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |