2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 3 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2003 Ascari KZ1. (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2003 Ascari KZ1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Ascari | Koenigsegg |
Model | KZ1 | CCR |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2659 mm |