2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2900 mm |
