2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 192 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2005 Mazda B2500 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. 2005 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | Ecosse | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1620 mm |
