2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Caterham | Nissan |
Model | 7 | Juke |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |