2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | Freestyle | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2636 mm |
