2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 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 328 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 33 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, 2012 Dacia Logan, 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 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ascari | Dacia |
Model | Ecosse | Logan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1640 mm |