2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 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 389 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 337 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ascari | Kia |
| Model | KZ1 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2620 mm |
