2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2005 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 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 191 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 382 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre, 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2005 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Ascari | Buick |
Model | Ecosse | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |