2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 772 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Because 2000 Caterham C21 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 C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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 Carens (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | C21 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
