2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
