2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | 7 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
