2006 Peugeot 607 vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 607 and 2006 Ascari KZ1 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 299 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2006 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 607. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 607. 2006 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2006 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Peugeot 607 | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Peugeot | Ascari |
Model | 607 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2718 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 | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2636 mm |