2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (329 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (420 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Audi A6 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. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ascari | Audi |
| Model | Ecosse | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
