2007 Acura RDX vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 4 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2007 Acura RDX 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. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | RDX | 7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
