2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 970 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
