2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 708 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (390 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2002 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2002 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercury |
| Model | Ecosse | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
