2000 Caterham 7 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 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 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 680 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 7. 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | HR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 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 | 440 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |