2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Caterham | Buick |
Model | 7 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |