2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (322 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2365 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2004 Hummer H2 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. 2004 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Caterham | Hummer |
Model | 7 | H2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3120 mm |