2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 6 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Ascari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Ecosse | CCX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
