2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada

To start off, both 2002 Ascari Ecosse and 2002 Mitsubishi Verada 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 188 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 263 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 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ascari Ecosse 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
Make Ascari Mitsubishi
Model Ecosse Verada
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4722 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 396 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 316 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1440 mm


 

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