2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 628 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 1000 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
