2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | SLK | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
