2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. 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 290 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ascari |
| Model | CTS | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2636 mm |
