2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 6 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Caterham | Hyundai |
| Model | 7 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3210 mm |
