2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 6 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 704 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 921 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2001 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lotec | SsangYong |
| Model | C 1000 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1890 mm |
