2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
