2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 3 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 813 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 810 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Caterham | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 7 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
