2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Seat | Ascari |
| Model | Alhambra | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2636 mm |
