2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, both 2009 Daewoo Matiz and 2009 Ascari KZ1 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
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2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Daewoo | Ascari |
Model | Matiz | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2636 mm |