2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 695 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 405 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 Mazda 5, 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 799 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotec C 1000 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lotec | Mazda |
| Model | C 1000 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1615 mm |
