2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 257 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ascari | Honda |
| Model | Ecosse | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1690 mm |
