2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 840 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3240 mm |