2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ascari | SsangYong |
| Model | KZ1 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2490 mm |
