2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1713 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3030 mm |
