2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec C 1000 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 731 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 830 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lotec | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C 1000 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1740 mm |
