2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 10 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 733 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 52 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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 846 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotec C 1000 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Lotec | Hyundai |
| Model | C 1000 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1471 mm |
