2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ascari Ecosse 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 181 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 924 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Ascari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ecosse | Montero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
