2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 488 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (553 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ascari | Jaguar |
| Model | Ecosse | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
