2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2001 Kia Retona

To start off, both 2001 Ascari Ecosse and 2001 Kia Retona 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 305 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 623 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.

Because 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ascari Ecosse 2001 Kia Retona
Make Ascari Kia
Model Ecosse Retona
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4721 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 205 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1840 mm