1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage 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 269 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ascari | Kia |
| Model | Ecosse | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
