2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2004 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotec |
| Model | Durango | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1150 mm |
