2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 879 kg more than 2006 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ascari |
| Model | Touareg | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2636 mm |
