2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 2135 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Caterham | Cadillac |
| Model | 7 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3302 mm |
