2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 1068 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 Rio, 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
