2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 188 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | Ecosse | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
