2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 340 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, 2003 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ginetta |
| Model | 7 | G34 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1050 mm |
