2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1525 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | 7 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
