2011 Nissan Versa vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 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 273 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Nissan | Ascari |
| Model | Versa | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1130 mm |
