2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (367 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | Ranger | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
