2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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 568 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 970 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Lotec C 1000 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C 1000 | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4264 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |