2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 626 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lotec | SsangYong |
| Model | C 1000 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1740 mm |
