2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 228 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ecosse | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
