2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1503 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 21 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
