2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Suzuki Equator | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Suzuki | Ascari |
Model | Equator | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2636 mm |