2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2011 Honda Stream

To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 10 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 241 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 229 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.

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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream. 2011 Honda Stream 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. 2011 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ascari Ecosse 2011 Honda Stream
Make Ascari Honda
Model Ecosse Stream
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4721 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 192 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91.9 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.6 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1600 mm


 

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