2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1999 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | GMC | Ascari |
| Model | Sierra | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 300 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1130 mm |
