2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 12 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 994 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, 2012 Honda Stream, 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, 2012 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Stream |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
