2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2011 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2011 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ascari |
| Model | Charger | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2636 mm |
