2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 122 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Sequoia, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | Ecosse | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
