2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 5 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 725 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 114 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 824 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Lotec | MG |
| Model | C 1000 | TF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
