2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 340 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ascari | Volkswagen |
| Model | KZ1 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2710 mm |
