1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | Super 7 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
