2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Kia | Ascari |
| Model | Sportage | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 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 Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2636 mm |
