2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2002 Caterham Superlight R and 2002 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 900 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Because 2002 Caterham Superlight R 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 2002 Caterham Superlight R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Caterham Superlight R | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | Superlight R | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |