1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 828 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 Caterham C21 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 1997 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1997 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1997 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | C21 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
