2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 21 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 174 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 | 540 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
