2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2001 Ascari Ecosse and 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 227 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.

Because 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ascari Ecosse 2001 Volkswagen Golf
Make Ascari Volkswagen
Model Ecosse Golf
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4721 cc 2324 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91.9 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.6 mm 90.2 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 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1450 mm


 

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