2007 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 389 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Renault | Ascari |
| Model | Clio | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2636 mm |
