2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 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 258 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 844 kg more than 2006 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Hummer | Ascari |
| Model | H3 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2636 mm |
