2008 Ascari A10 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ascari A10 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 420 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2012 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2008 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ascari A10 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ascari | Citroen |
| Model | A10 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 625 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 346 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2760 mm |
