2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1370 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
Model | 7 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |