2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1350 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2003 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2003 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
