2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Suzuki Aerio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 702 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 Suzuki Aerio, 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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
