2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 257 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ascari | SsangYong |
| Model | Ecosse | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
