2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. 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 673 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Lotec C 1000 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Lotec Mercedes-Benz
Model C 1000 CLK
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 2683 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 843 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1420 mm


 

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