1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 362 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 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotec C 1000 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lotec | Nissan |
Model | C 1000 | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5498 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1970 mm |