Tuesday, September 21, 2010
The first game of power: Citroen Survolt against Agni Z2
The electric vehicle concept Citroen Survolt and electric motorcycle Agni Z2 lived a curious meeting in the form of race on the circuit Thurxton (United Kingdom).
In the capable hands of two professional pilots, Vanina Ickx and Jenny Tinmouth - confronted the two wheels to four. Vanina had participated in Le Mans series Survolt aboard, so this marked his second experience with the prototype electric sports French manufacturer.
Vanina said, "It was a fantastic experience, the electric opener of its kind. The lack of engine noise has become a very interesting challenge. Usually you have an idea of where the other competitor by the sound of your engine, but with electric vehicles does not happen, because they are much quieter, so the dynamic is totally new career. I enjoyed very much and am very happy to have been part of this unique event. "
Powered by two electric motors with a combined capacity of 300 hp from 0 to 5,000 rpm, the Survolt is capable of exceptional performance, offering a maximum speed of 260km / h and acceleration from 0-100km / h in under five seconds . The concept includes batteries weighing 140kg of lithium-ion battery pack with a capacity of 31kW each, can cover a distance without recharging der 200 km (124 miles).
The Agni Z2, meanwhile, weighs 220kg and accelerates from 0 to 100km / h in 3.5 seconds, top speed of 209 km / h.