2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Ascari KZ1 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2004 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ascari |
| Model | C3 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2636 mm |
