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Caterham Superlight R

General information

ModelCaterham Superlight R
Year2002
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1795 ccm (109.53 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1795 ccm (109.53 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power192.60 PS (142 kW or 190 HP) at 7500 Rev. per min.
Max torque203.00 Nm (20.7 kgf-m or 149.7 ft.lbs) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
0-60 miles4.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.3931 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3550 litres (938 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight490 kg (1,080.3 pounds)
Overall length3110 mm (122.4 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height810 mm (31.9 inches)
Ground clearance90 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase2230 mm (87.8 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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