2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 139 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 622 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ascari | Subaru |
| Model | Ecosse | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1687 mm |
