2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 7 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
