2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ascari KZ1 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 355 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 142 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | KZ1 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2710 mm |
