2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari A10 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ascari A10 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 2008 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | C3 | A10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
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 | 89 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1280 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 |