2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2009 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2009 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ascari |
| Model | Sequoia | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2715 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2636 mm |
