2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 4 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 1280 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, 2007 Lexus GS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2007 Lexus GS 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. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Caterham | Lexus |
| Model | 7 | GS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
