2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 340 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
Because 2003 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2007 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ascari | Ford |
| Model | KZ1 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2630 mm |
