2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Caterham | Mazda |
Model | 7 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |