2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1180 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Caterham | Mazda |
Model | 7 | MPV |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |