2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. 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 401 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Honda | Ascari |
Model | Civic | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2636 mm |