2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, 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 KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | Berlingo | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2636 mm |