1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 15 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 221 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 334 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2013 Hyundai Tucson is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2013 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ascari | Hyundai |
Model | Ecosse | Tucson |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 228 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1655 mm |