2009 Ascari A10 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ascari A10 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ascari | Volkswagen |
| Model | A10 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 625 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2470 mm |
