1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2005 Honda That
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 7 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 344 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 428 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That 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, 2005 Honda That 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 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That 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. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2005 Honda That | |
| Make | Ascari | Honda |
| Model | Ecosse | That |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
