1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 285 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 257 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1998 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (248 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ascari | Nissan |
| Model | Ecosse | Almera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
