2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 680 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 843 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 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Lotec | SsangYong |
Model | C 1000 | Rodius |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1920 mm |