2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 853 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ascari | Land Rover |
| Model | Ecosse | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1950 mm |
