2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, both 2001 Ascari Ecosse and 2001 Ford Laser were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 290 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser, 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2001 Ford Laser | |
Make | Ascari | Ford |
Model | Ecosse | Laser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |