2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 21 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |