2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1625 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
