2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1506 kg more than 2010 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2010 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Ford | Ascari |
Model | E-350 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2636 mm |