2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1999 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ascari |
| Model | Escalade | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1130 mm |
