2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 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 717 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 816 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotec C 1000 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lotec | Suzuki |
| Model | C 1000 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1750 mm |
