2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 7 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 894 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana. 2008 GMC Savana 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. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ascari | GMC |
| Model | Ecosse | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2090 mm |
