2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1620 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.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
