2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 6 and 2004 Ascari KZ1 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Mazda | Ascari |
Model | 6 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2636 mm |