1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 669 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 1000 | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
