1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 194 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ascari | Ford |
| Model | Ecosse | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
