2000 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 682 kg more than 2000 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 2012 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2000 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2000 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ascari Ecosse | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | Ecosse | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
