2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 7 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 1126 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, 2007 Honda FR-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, 2007 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | FR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |