2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Caterham | Hyundai |
| Model | 7 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
