2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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) has 226 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 277 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ascari | Subaru |
| Model | Ecosse | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1699 mm |
