2004 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio 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 249 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Renault | Ascari |
Model | Clio | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2636 mm |