2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2000 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2000 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ascari |
| Model | Avalanche | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1130 mm |
