2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 1412 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 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 2011 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2011 Acura RL 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. 2011 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Caterham | Acura |
| Model | 7 | RL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2799 mm |
