2006 Acura TL vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2006 Acura TL 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 1105 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 Acura TL, 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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | TL | 7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
