2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1609 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (496 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ascari | Ford |
| Model | Ecosse | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1950 mm |
