2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 840 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 Opel Vectra, 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 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Caterham | Opel |
Model | 7 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |