2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
