2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 972 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Caterham | Nissan |
Model | 7 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |