2004 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 4 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 990 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2004 Acura NSX 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. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | NSX | 7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |
