2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 256 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 753 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ascari | Kia |
| Model | Ecosse | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2000 kg |
