1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, both 1998 Ascari Ecosse and 1998 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 77 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1998 Ascari Ecosse 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 1998 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital, 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Ascari | Kia |
Model | Ecosse | Capital |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 152 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |