2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 3 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1358 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
Model | 7 | XKR |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |