2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 338 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 550 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2003 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2003 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ascari | Toyota |
Model | KZ1 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2370 mm |