2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 6 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 1313 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2010 Acura RDX 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. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Caterham | Acura |
| Model | 7 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2649 mm |
