1996 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | 7 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
