2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 650 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Kia | Ascari |
Model | Sorento | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2636 mm |