2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ascari KZ1. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2003 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2003 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ascari | GMC |
| Model | KZ1 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2946 mm |
