2004 Acura TL vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | TL | 7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
