2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 21 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
