2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 669 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 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |