2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 615 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 610 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 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotec C 1000 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C 1000 | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2994 cc |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |