1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1519 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | Super 7 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
