2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2006 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | KZ1 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 3090 mm |
