2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 21 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
