1996 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2000 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | A6 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
