2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1358 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Land Rover | Ascari |
Model | Defender | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2636 mm |