2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |
