2009 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 254 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | Focus | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
