2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2840 mm |
