2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2004 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2004 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ascari |
| Model | Forester | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2636 mm |
