2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 1223 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2797 mm |
