2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1

To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Ascari KZ1.

Because 2010 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 2010 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Picasso 2010 Ascari KZ1
Make Citroen Ascari
Model Picasso KZ1
Year Released 2005 2010
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1997 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 1900 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 321 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.8 seconds 3.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1138 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2636 mm