2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ascari Ecosse 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 194 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 293 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS. 2002 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ascari | Lexus |
| Model | Ecosse | IS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
