1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. 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 155 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 1998 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Ascari | Jaguar |
Model | Ecosse | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |