2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |