2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 11 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 1456 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Caterham | Infiniti |
| Model | 7 | M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2901 mm |
