2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Kia | Ascari |
| Model | Cee'd | A10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2636 mm |
