2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1450 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, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2005 Ford Freestar 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. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |
