2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2002 Ascari Ecosse and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 233 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ascari Ecosse 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Ascari Mitsubishi
Model Ecosse Lancer
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4722 cc 1834 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 396 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 220 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1480 mm


 

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