2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1609 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2001 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ascari | Ford |
Model | Ecosse | E-350 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 475 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2120 mm |