2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 3 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 393 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Ascari | Cadillac |
Model | Ecosse | XLR |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 408 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |