2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 653 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 1000 | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
