2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2012 Ascari KZ1 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 2012 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ascari |
| Model | Tacuma | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2636 mm |
