2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Ascari | Suzuki |
Model | Ecosse | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1481 mm |