2001 Acura EL vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 1 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 740 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, 2001 Acura EL, 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, 2001 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2001 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | EL | 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
