2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1510 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3190 mm |
