2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 835 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Caterham | Kia |
Model | 7 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |