2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 2001 Ascari Ecosse and 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 326 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 317 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ascari | Suzuki |
Model | Ecosse | Samurai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 103 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 75.5 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 Weight | 1247 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1670 mm |