2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2002 Ascari Ecosse and 2002 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 278 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2002 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 2002 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ascari | Mazda |
Model | Ecosse | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |