2006 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | X3 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
