2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1150 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 Toyota Previa, 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 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Previa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |