2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2008 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Kia | Ascari |
| Model | Sorento | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2636 mm |
