2011 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen GTI | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ascari |
Model | GTI | A10 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2636 mm |