2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 985 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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2011 Kia Sportage 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. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Caterham | Kia |
Model | 7 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2639 mm |