2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 313 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Hyundai | Ascari |
Model | Santa Fe | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2636 mm |