2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1638 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, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Caterham | Kia |
Model | 7 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 98 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 2078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |