2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital, 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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1997 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
