2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 1071 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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2775 mm |