2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1074 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 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 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. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3040 mm |
