2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2000 Lotec C 1000 and 2000 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 715 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotec C 1000 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lotec | Skoda |
Model | C 1000 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |