2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira, 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Holden | Ascari |
| Model | Zafira | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2636 mm |
