2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 986 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | Caterham | Renault |
Model | 7 | Clio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |