2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 1230 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 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2013 Acura TL 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. 2013 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Caterham | Acura |
| Model | 7 | TL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2775 mm |
