1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1996 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 755 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 406. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
Because 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 406, 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 860 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1996 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Lotec | Peugeot |
| Model | C 1000 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
