2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Compass 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 328 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Jeep | Ascari |
Model | Compass | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2636 mm |