2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1530 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | 7 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 94 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3210 mm |