1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 721 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercury |
| Model | Ecosse | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
