2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1126 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2007 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3110 mm |
