2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 830 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |