2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 572 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 467 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2001 Lotec C 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lotec | Honda |
| Model | C 1000 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1433 mm |
