2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio 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 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 291 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 533 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Ascari | Mahindra |
| Model | Ecosse | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
