2003 Acura CL vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 3 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 1120 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, 2003 Acura CL, 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2003 Acura CL 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. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | CL | 7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
