1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Ascari | Chevrolet |
Model | Ecosse | SSR |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |