1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | Super 7 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
