1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ascari | Dodge |
Model | Ecosse | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 732 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 100.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1900 mm |