2005 Audi A2 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Audi | Caterham |
Model | A2 | 7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |