2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 1220 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 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | A4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
