1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 13 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 661 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 657 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 757 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Lotec | Chevrolet |
| Model | C 1000 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
