2001 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Focus | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Ford | Ascari |
Model | Focus | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2636 mm |