2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 997 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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2799 mm |