1994 Caterham Seven vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Caterham Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Caterham Seven would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Caterham Seven (165 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Caterham Seven should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1994 Caterham Seven has manual transmission. 1994 Caterham Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Caterham Seven | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | Seven | Korando |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
