2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Caterham 7 (258 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |