2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 9 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 286 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 174 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Rio, 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ascari | Kia |
| Model | Ecosse | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1471 mm |
