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Caterham 7 Superlight R400

General information

ModelCaterham 7 Superlight R400
Year2003
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power202.80 PS (149 kW or 200 HP) at 7500 Rev. per min.
Max torque210.00 Nm (21.4 kgf-m or 154.9 ft.lbs) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke80.1 x 89.3 mm (3.2 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles3.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.4139 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

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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