2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 12 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 161 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 313 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ascari | Ford |
| Model | Ecosse | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1476 mm |
