2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ascari | Audi |
| Model | Ecosse | S4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
