2006 Acura RL vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 3 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL 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 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2003 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2003 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | RL | 7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
