2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 294 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | Ecosse | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
