2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 880 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |