2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 760 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |