2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 153 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ascari | Lexus |
Model | Ecosse | IS |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |