2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 1553 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 ZDX 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 ZDX 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 ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2013 Acura ZDX 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 ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Caterham 7 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Caterham | Acura |
Model | 7 | ZDX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2174 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1596 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |