2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 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 560 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 966 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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan 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. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotec C 1000 | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Lotec | Dodge |
| Model | C 1000 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1725 mm |
